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User Guide FlashForge Creator Pro 3D Printer User Guide

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Contents .....................................................................................................................2 Preface .......................................................................................................................3 Introduction ................................................................................................................4 Notice ........................................................................................................................5 Chapter 1: 3D Printing Technology.............................................................................8 Chapter 2: About Creator Pro ...................................................................................10

2.1 About Your Creator Pro...............................................................................10 Chapter 3: Unpacking...............................................................................................14 Chapter 4: Hardware Assembly ................................................................................17 Chapter 5: Build Plate Leveling................................................................................21 Chapter 6: About Software .......................................................................................22

6.1 Software Installation ...................................................................................22 6.2 Exploring FlashPrint ...................................................................................22 Chapter 7: Basic Printing..........................................................................................41 7.1 Generate a Gcode........................................................................................41 7.2 Loading the Filament Using the LCD Panel ................................................45 7.3 Unloading the Filament Using LCD Panel ..................................................46 Chapter 8: Supports and Service..................................................................................68

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Preface

Note: Each device must be tested before leaving factory. If there are some residues in extruder or some tiny scratches on the build tape, it is normal and won't affect the printing quality.

On the completion of this User Guide, thanks all FlashForge engineers and the FlashForge 3D printer users for their unremitting efforts and sincere assistance.

The FlashForge Creator Pro User Guide is designed for the Creator Pro users to start their printing journey with FlashForge Creator Pro. Even if you are familiar with earlier FlashForge machines or 3D printing technology, we still recommend you read through this guide, as there is lots of important information about the Creator Pro for you to get a better 3D experience.

For a better and more successful printing experience, you can refer to the following materials: (1) Quick Start Guide Users will find the Quick Start Guide together with the printer accessories. The Quick Start Guide will help you start your print journey as soon as possible. (2) Official FlashForge Website: The official FlashForge website contains the up-to-date information concerning FlashForge software, firmware, device maintenance and so on. Users are also able to get the contact information from there.

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Introduction

?Please read FlashForge Creator Pro 3D Printer User Guide carefully before use. ?The User Guide is written based on Windows 7 OS. ?The version of the FlashPrint is the latest.

The FlashForge Creator Pro 3D Printer User Guide contains the information needed for you to set up and use this device.

This User Guide includes the following parts: Preface, Introduction and Aftersale service.

The Preface section includes resource acquisition channel, the overall framework of the manual, and the problems that should be paid attention to.

The introduction section contains the presentation of 3D printing technology, equipment introduction, unpacking and installation of equipment, software installation and usage.

After-sale service section tells the user how to get the support and help.

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Notice

! Notices: Read all the instructions in the manual and familiarize yourself with the FlashForge Creator Pro User Guide before setting-up and using. Failure to comply with the warning and instructions may result in individual injury, fire, equipment damage or property damage.

PLEASE STRICTLY FOLLOW ALL THE SAFETY WARNINGS AND NOTICE BELOW ALL THE TIME.

? Work Environment Safety Keep your work place tidy. Do not operate Creator Pro in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Creator Pro should be placed out of children and untrained people's reach.

? Electricity Safety Always use the Creator Pro with a properly grounded outlet. Do not refit Creator Pro's plug. Do not use Creator Pro in damp or wet circumstance. Do not expose Creator Pro to burning sun. In case of device damage, please use the power supply provided by FlashForge. Avoid using the device during a thunderstorm. In case of uncertain accident, please unplug the device if you do not use it for long.

?Personal Safety

Do not touch the nozzle and build plate during printing.

Do not touch the hot nozzle after finishing printing.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing

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and gloves away from moving parts. Do not operate the device while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

?Cautions Do not leave the device unattended for long. Do not make any modifications to the device. To lower the build plate before loading/unloading filament. (The distance between the nozzle and build plate should be kept for at least 50mm) Operate the device in a well-ventilated environment. Never use the device for illegal activities. Never use the device to make any food storage vessels. Never use the device to make any electrical appliance. Never put the model into your mouth. Do not remove the models with force.

? Environment Requirements Temperature: RT 15-30 Moisture: 20%-70%

? Place Requirements The device must be placed in a dry and ventilated environment. The distances of the left, right and back side space should be at least 20cm, and the distance of the front side space should be at least 35cm.

? Filament Requirements

Do not abuse the filament. Please make sure you use the FlashForge filament or the

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filament from the brands accepted by FlashForge.

? Filament Storage All polymers degrade with time. Do not unpack filament until necessary. Filament should be stored in clean and dry conditions.

Legal Notice All the information in this document is subject to any amendment or change without the official authorization from FlashForge.

FLASHFORGE CORPORATION MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WITH REGARD TO THIS DOCUMENT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRATIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

FlashForge shall not be liable for errors contained herein for incidental consequential damages in connection with furnishing, performance or use of this material

This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright. Copyright ? 2017 FlashForge Corp. All Rights Reserved

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Chapter 1: 3D Printing Technology

3D printing refers to transforming three-dimensional models into physical objects that you can hold and touch. It is also called additive manufacturing because the 3D model is created by "adding" layers upon layers of material until the object is fully formed.

Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) is the most common method of 3D printing. It is also the method that the Creator Pro uses. It works by melting plastic material called filament onto a print surface in high temperature. The filament solidifies after it cools down, which happens instantaneously after it is extruded from the nozzle. 3D objects are formed with the filament laying down multiple layers.

1.1 Process

3D printing involves three steps: 1.) Make or download a 3D model 2.) Slice and export the 3D model 3.) Build the 3D model

1.1.1 Make a 3D Model

Currently, there are three ways of making a 3D model. ?Designing From Scratch You can use free CAD (computer-aided design) software

such as 3DTADA, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Pro-E, and our own software Happy 3D,

which is suitable for the beginners, to design your own 3D model. ?3D Scanners An alternative method to making a 3D model is to scan an object. 3D

scanners work by digitizing a physical object, collecting its geometric data, and

saving it to a file on your PC. There are also apps that can turn a mobile device into a

3D scanner.

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